About This Opportunity
The Innovation Pathways team of Australia's Food and Beverage Accelerator (FaBA) supports industry-facing projects focused on research translation, commercialisation, and innovation across the national food and beverage sector. As a Business Analyst you will lead and coordinate data‐driven analysis, market intelligence, and strategic insights to support SMEs and research partners in navigating commercialisation pathways and delivering impactful outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Strategic Analysis and Commercialisation – Apply expertise in food, beverage and nutraceutical R&D, new product development, and commercial strategy to deliver data‐driven market insights, innovation roadmaps, and analytical tools that support SMEs and industry partners in progressing from concept to commercialisation.
* Project Coordination – Manage end‐to‐end project lifecycle activities, including planning, delivery, monitoring, and evaluation, ensuring alignment with FaBA's innovation and commercialisation objectives, compliance with methodologies and reporting requirements, and the effective use of data analysis, risk management, and project tools to deliver outcomes on time and within budget.
* Stakeholder Engagement – Engage and collaborate with FaBA partners, industry stakeholders, and internal teams to identify needs, co‐design solutions, and facilitate effective relationships through coordination of workshops, forums, and stakeholder communications.
* Financial Management – Manage project budgets and financial reporting, ensuring efficient use of resources, accurate forecasting, and compliance with financial delegations to support innovation and commercialisation outcomes.
* Leadership and Compliance – Provide leadership across project activities while ensuring compliance with University policies, including the Code of Conduct, OH&S legislation, sustainability requirements, and relevant education services regulations.
Qualifications and Experience
* Motivated and analytically minded professional with a strong foundation in business, economics, innovation, or a related field.
* Experience working in research, consulting, commercialisation, or industry development roles, ideally within the food and beverage, agrifood, or innovative ecosystem contexts.
* Completion of, or currently undertaking, a postgraduate qualification in business analytics, finance, accounting, strategy, data science, food technology, food science or agribusiness with at least two years of experience – preferably in management and business and market intelligence, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
* Demonstrated experience in data analysis, business modelling, and strategic research.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing reports, briefs, and presentations.
* Proven ability to engage with stakeholders and work collaboratively in multi‐disciplinary teams.
* Familiarity with innovation theory, commercialisation processes, or research translation principles.
* High‐level organisational and time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Commitment to integrity, inclusivity, and continuous learning.
* Experience in the food and beverage or agribusiness sectors.
Benefits & Compensation
Hourly rate ranging from $69.13 to $75.28 plus superannuation of 12% (HEW Level 7). Additional benefits include access to exclusive internal‐only vacancies, affordable parking (starting at $6.40 a day), and a supportive learning environment.
EEO Statement
We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criterion but can demonstrate their potential relative to the opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other status.
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